Gina DeRose's Page

How did you hear about 48Days.NET, and what do you hope to get out of being a part of this community?

I have heard about this program about a year ago, while I was seaching outside of my corporate purchasing position. I was downsized and now its time to explore my culinary talent, and get serious about "what I want to do when I grow up."

What is your current work situation? Employee, self-employed, generating any income on your own?

Currently working as a personal chef/caterer, I also teach healthy eating classes, especially vegetarian options. I attend some advanced culinary classes to enhance my knowledge. (my picture shows me with my vegan cupcakes)

And then...what is the goal/dream you are striving for regarding your work life?

I have a few culinary ideas I want to persue, but not ready to share them yet. I DO know, however, that I want to use my love of good food, knowledge and passion to make my own career, and need to develop a website and do some marketing research....

How about your personal life? Any specific goals or achievements or dreams you are pursuing (or want to pursue)?

I would LOVE to lose 20 lbs. and eat healthier. I love hiking with my lab, and love jazzercise.! Exercise helps the relieve the tension of being laid off in a healthy way. I would like to use this time wisely, to create a career for myself regarding some aspect of food. I belong to a few culinary groups, and I will be traveling to Colorado this April for a Culinary convention. I would like to have money to travel more, buy some real estate (a house) with cash if possible, and be able to enjoy my friends and loved ones, and quit worrying about money and DO SOMETHING!!

What would you say are your core competencies? How are you 'wired' and what can you offer to the world (it's OK if you don't know yet, but knowing is key to pursuing your dreams!)?

I am very organized, and got a degree in Bus Mgmt (3.9). I am a good idea person too... I come up with alot of ideas, I can see the big picture. I don't always know how I am going to accomplish my goals, the devil is in the details...as they say. I know I have ALOT of ideas, and knowledge on health issues, coming from a healthcare office position as well as a love of culinary.

If you have a product or service to promote (now or in the near future) this is your shot to state it! Say all you'd like:

I hope to update this area REAL SOON!!!!!!!!! See you then!